Be sure to pick up the newest edition of 2012 Solvang and the Santa Ynez Valley Visitors Guide before you plan your next visit to the valley. The new guide is a 52-page full-color, free publication encompassing the Santa Ynez Valley communities of Ballard, Buellton, Los Alamos, Los Olivos, Santa Ynez, and Solvang and is published by Custom Media Group, which also publishes our award-winning, Santa Barbara Seasons magazine.

The public is invited to attend a launch party on Wednesday, December 14 at 10 a.m. at the Hotel Corque, 400 Alisal Rd. in Solvang. See this fresh publication and for the first time, view four new 3-minute videos that focus on key aspects in the 2012 Visitors Guide–including Arts/Culture; Dining; Wine Tasting and Outdoor Recreation. Not only is this guide filled with beautiful color photographs featuring attractions, architecture, lush vineyards and historic sites but also features a new “Resource” section that explores farm stands, unique weddings & event venues, dining, shopping and lodging. Also, a brand new comprehensive fold-out map will include hotels, points of interest and wine tasting rooms open to the public throughout the Valley. There will also be a new downtown Solvang map featuring all the key attractions in the village.

The guide is available in hard copy as well as online for free viewing and download at www.VisitTheSantaYnezValley.com or www.SolvangUSA.com. The Visitors Guide is used to fulfill requests received through website inquiries, toll-free numbers or responses to advertising. Guides are also distributed to media from around the world; at consumer & travel trade shows and locally in hotels, businesses and visitor centers as well as California Welcome Centers. To receive a FREE copy by mail: call toll free: 1/800/468-6765 or 1/800/742-2843. To receive a copy in person, stop by the downtown Solvang Visitor Center located at 1639 Copenhagen Dr. (Open daily from 9-5).

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Santa Barbara Seasons is a resource for locals and visitors alike with lush visuals, engaging features and invaluable information on events, fundraisers, retail and culinary happenings. Every issue includes handy maps, restaurant and winery listings and a guide to the county's top destinations. Be prepared to discover something new about the region as we cover businesses and projects off the beaten track as well as the classic favorites. To advertise or subscribe, contact the publisher at 805/564-8804 ext. 203 or Brian.Kramer@Sbseasons.com.